The Runner Dudes Podcast
by therunnerdudes
The Runner Dudes | Season 2 | Episode 2 | Elizabeth Temple
About this podcast
Join Michael England and Dusty Smith, two seasoned runners with deeply personal stories, on ”The Runner Dudes Podcast.” This show is all about breaking down the barriers to running, whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or just curious about lacing up your first pair of running shoes. Sharing their journeys from different starting points—Dusty’s military background and ultra-endurance events, and Michael’s transformative path to sobriety through running, together, they explore how running can be a powerful tool for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being, all while keeping things light, funny, and accessible. Perfect for anyone looking to start or deepen their own running journey.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 32 episodes
- The Runner Dudes | Season 2 | Episode 2 | Elizabeth Temple · 41 min · Episode 33In this episode of The Runner Dudes Podcast, Michael and Dusty welcome their first guest of Season 2, Elizabeth Temple, a runner whose story powerfully captures why so many…
- The Runner Dudes | Season 2 | Episode 1 · 44 min · Episode 32Season two is officially here—and the Runner Dudes are back together to kick things off with an honest, encouraging conversation about New Year’s resolutions, quitting, and what…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 30 | The Runner Wives - Cigi England and Mandy Smith · 45 min · Episode 31In this special episode of The Runner Dudes Podcast, Michael and Dusty turn the microphones toward the people who make their running lives possible—their wives. Joined by Cigi…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 29 | Ayessa Holbrook · 42 min · Episode 30In this episode of The Runner Dudes Podcast, Michael and Dusty sit down with Ayessa Holbrook for a warm, honest, and often funny conversation about stepping outside your comfort…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 28 | Tammie Right - Red Silo Runners Club · 36 min · Episode 28In this episode of The Runner Dudes, hosts Micheal and Dusty—alongside producer Jimmy—welcome special guest Tammie Wright, founder of the Red Silo Runners Club. Tammie shares her…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 27 | Dustin Rawls RETURNS! · 32 min · Episode 26In this episode of The Runner Dudes Podcast, hosts Micheal and Dusty welcome back guest Dusty Rawls for a candid and motivating conversation on running, discipline, and…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 26 | It's Our BIRTHDAY!!! · 23 min · Episode 27In this special anniversary episode of The Runner Dudes Podcast, Micheal, Dusty, and producer Jimmy celebrate one year of inspiring runners, walkers, and the running-curious to…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 25 | Dustin Rawls - Running Is For Everybody · 28 min · Episode 25In this episode of The Runner Dudes, Micheal, Dusty, and producer Jimmy welcome guest Dustin Rawls for a candid, often hilarious, and deeply encouraging conversation about…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 24 | Finding Your "Why" · 37 min · Episode 24In this episode, Micheal and Dusty dive deep into the challenge of rediscovering your "why" when motivation runs dry. With honesty and humor, they explore burnout, discipline vs…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 23 | Running + The Spiritual Connection · 40 min · Episode 23In this heartfelt and honest episode, hosts Micheal and Dusty—along with producer Jimmy—dive deep into the spiritual side of running. Through stories of recovery, faith, and…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 22 | ANDDD WE'RE BACKKKK!!! · 33 min · Episode 22In this comeback episode of The Runner Dudes Podcast, Michael and Dusty fly solo—joined by producer Jimmy—to reconnect with listeners and reflect on the physical, mental, and…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 21 | Special Guest: Caitlin Robbins · 36 min · Episode 21In this heartfelt and humorous episode of The Runner Dudes Podcast, hosts Michael and Dusty sit down with Caitlin Robbins—avid runner, business owner, and mom—to talk about her…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 20 | Special Guest: Alison Mason · 38 min · Episode 20In this heartfelt and humorous episode of The Runner Dudes, Michael and Dusty welcome local running standout Alison Mason to the Willow Window Studio. Alison shares her journey…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 19 | Special Guest: Andy Keel from Swiftwick Socks · 30 min · Episode 19Join "The Runner Dudes," Micheal and Dusty, as they chat with Andy Keel, National Sales Manager for Tennessee-based Swiftwick Socks. The episode explores the often-humorous…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 18 | Special Guests: Chad + Jeff from El Puente · 30 min · Episode 18This week, Michael and Dusty are hanging out with Jeff and Chad from El Puente, a wonderful organization in town that's all about making the local Hispanic community feel right…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 17 | Guest: Angie Briggs RETURNS! · 30 min · Episode 17In this double-dose of The Runner Dudes, we're back with the amazing Angie Briggs, and she's spilling the tea on that legendary 2018 Boston Marathon—think torrential rain, crazy…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 16 | Guest: Angie Briggs · 27 min · Episode 16Alright, folks, buckle up! In this episode of The Runner Dudes, we're hanging out with the awesome Angie Briggs, who's tackled the Boston Marathon eight times! We chat about…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 15 | Guest: Jeff Lynch · 35 min · Episode 15Join Michael and Dusty on "The Runner Dudes" as they welcome Jeff Lynch, a runner from East Tennessee. They discuss Jeff's journey, from his early days of intense weightlifting…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 14 | Guest: Travis Shope · 37 min · Episode 14"The Runner Dudes" podcast, hosted by Michael and Dusty, aims to welcome runners, walkers, and the running-curious alike, focusing on the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits…
- The Runner Dudes | Episode 13 | Running Misconceptions · 32 min · Episode 13Join the Runner Dudes for a fun and informative discussion about common running misconceptions. Hosts Michael and Dusty share stories and insights, debunking myths about…







